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Ford Cortina

General information

ModelFord Cortina
Year1978
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating58.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1998 ccm (121.92 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
Transmission3-speed automatic or 4-speed manual

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1998 ccm (121.92 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power87.00 PS (64 kW or 86 HP) at 5300 Rev. per min.
Max torque141 Nm (14.4 kgf-m or 104.0 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
Gearbox3-speed automatic or 4-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0784 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4380 litres (1,157 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1110 kg (2,447.1 pounds)
Overall length4380 mm (172.4 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2580 mm (101.6 inches)
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